Plant Purchasing Manager - Sourcing

The Position

Job Summary

• Ensures compliance with the purchasing process, policies and other statutory requirements.
• Develops and implements effective sourcing strategies that are aimed at maximising the delivery of TCO reduction, inclusive procurement, sustainability, EBITDA and other business performance objectives.
• Execute the end-to-end sourcing process while improving contract coverage, inclusive procurement, purchasing savings and other relevant KPIs.
• Identifies, defines and implements Inclusive Procurement, B-BBEE and Enterprise & Supplier Development (ESD) strategies in line with set objectives.
• Identifies, defines and implements Inclusive Procurement and ESD opportunities for the benefit of Host Community Businesses.
• Responsible for Inclusive Procurement, B-BBEE and ESD reporting.
• Evaluate supplier performance and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Effective planning and project management of sourcing initiatives.
• Responsible for the contracting process as part of sourcing events.
• Accountable for achieving agreed KPI’s and their reporting.
• Respects all site safety rules including those applicable for the safe engagement of contractors and visitors.
• Is actively involved in safety issues on site and undertakes regular safety observations.
• Is committed to his/her own safety.
• Contributes actively to Health & Safety activities.
• Effective stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
• Effectively contributes towards the company’s sustainable development objectives.
• Is committed to developing his/her Health & Safety performance.

Position Type

Full time and Permanent

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.